Pasta con Frijoles Negros

Pasta con Frijoles Negros is a vibrant and hearty dish that combines al dente pasta with protein-rich black beans, fresh vegetables, and a zesty lime dressing. This vegetarian meal is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or a satisfying lunch.

Ingredients

• Pasta (spaghetti or penne) - 150 grams
• Canned black beans - 240 grams, drained and rinsed
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
• Red onion - 1 small, diced
• Corn - 100 grams, fresh or frozen
• Cilantro - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Lime - 1, juiced
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste
• Chili powder - 1 teaspoon

Steps

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil and cook the pasta according to package instructions until al dente. Drain and set aside.
2. In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
3. Add diced red onion and red bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
4. Stir in the black beans and corn, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes until heated through.
5. Add the cooked pasta to the skillet along with lime juice, chili powder, salt, and black pepper. Toss everything together until well combined.
6. Remove from heat and stir in chopped cilantro before serving.

Nutrition

• Calories: 450
• Protein: 18 g
• Carbs: 70 g
• Fiber: 15 g
• Sugar: 5 g
• Sodium: 350 mg
• Cholesterol: 0 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein and fiber from black beans, promoting satiety and digestive health.
• Provides essential vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables and herbs.

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